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Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB reliable? We analysed 4,970 real MOT tests across 440 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,970 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
66.5%
Typical Mileage
85,148mi
Annual Mileage
7,249mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
21yrs

The Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, service brake: efficiency below requirements and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB.

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

66.7%
2007
66.1%
2006
66.7%
2005

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 301
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 211
position lamp(s) not working 199
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 163
fog lamp not working 158
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 156
Registration plate lamp not working 147
Brake pipe excessively corroded 136
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 132

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,581 mi/yr
Typical
7,249 mi/yr
Average
10,396 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,533 mi/yr

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 315 66.7% 48,150 78,877 129,461
2006 2,359 66.1% 58,143 87,117 127,672
2005 2,199 66.7% 54,344 82,382 120,914

How Long Does a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Last?

Based on 440 Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.0 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
21 years

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
85,148 mi
75th Percentile
125,223 mi
95th Percentile
217,396 mi
Max Recorded
995,377 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2005

66.7% MOT pass rate from 2,199 tests

Year to avoid
2006

66.1% MOT pass rate from 2,359 tests

The best year to buy a used Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.7% across 2,199 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB THIS CAR 66.5% 4,970 85,148 mi 21 yrs
Ldv Convoy 64.1% 522,399 80,370 mi 30 yrs
Ldv Maxus 67.7% 268,178 80,280 mi 21 yrs
Ldv Pilot 66.2% 95,685 72,890 mi 30 yrs
Volkswagen Polo Life 90.6% 6,008 22,439 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ldv Convoy (64.1% pass rate) and the Ldv Maxus (67.7% pass rate), the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB?

The Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.5% across 4,970 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (301 recorded failures), service brake: efficiency below requirements (211), and position lamp(s) not working (199). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB owner drives around 7,249 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB reliable?
Based on 4,970 MOT tests, the Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB has a 66.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, service brake: efficiency below requirements, and position lamp(s) not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB do per year?
The typical Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB does around 7,249 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB last?
Most Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB models stay on UK roads for around 21 years based on our analysis of 440 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ldv Maxus 3.5 CDI 120 LWB is 2005 with a 66.7% pass rate across 2,199 tests.